In the labyrinth of Nigeria’s political landscape, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo has emerged as a beacon of transformative leadership under President Bola Tinubu’s administration. Since assuming the role of Minister of Interior, Tunji-Ojo has orchestrated a symphony of unprecedented reforms, deftly steering various agencies under his purview towards a brighter horizon.

An accomplished business magnate and consultant with a robust background in ICT, Tunji-Ojo’s multifaceted expertise has illuminated the corridors of the Ministry of Interior. His stewardship encapsulates a tapestry of achievements across various sectors, marked by a resolute commitment to enhancing efficiency, professionalism, and progressive change


Beyond this, Tunji-Ojo’s visionary directives have heralded a new era of efficiency and service delivery. He pledged to revolutionize passport processing, promising a two-week timeline and the introduction of home and office delivery of passports, commencing in February 2024. His initiative to implement personal uploads of passport photographs further streamlines the application process, fostering convenience and accessibility.

Tunji-Ojo’s proactive stance on international relations demonstrates his commitment to reciprocity in visa processes, challenging inequitable privileges granted to foreign nationals while championing the rights of Nigerian applicants. The minister’s Midas touch extends to the welfare of paramilitary officers. He advocates equitable compensation and initiated plans for a functional pension board, boosting morale and productivity within the ranks. His efforts signify a pivotal step towards aligning paramilitary salaries with those of the Nigeria Police Force, ensuring fairness and equity.

Furthermore, Tunji-Ojo’s resolve to decongest correctional facilities through the clearance of fines and compensations worth N585 million for 4,068 inmates showcase his compassionate approach to criminal justice reform. His dedication to transforming correctional homes into centers of rehabilitation signifies a paradigm shift from punitive measures to holistic rehabilitation, fostering hope and redemption. In recognition of his sterling performances, he was awarded the Public Service Person Of The Year 2023 by Leadership Newspaper.

According to the Leadership Newspaper, he was found worthy for finding his way into the hearts of millions of citizens for whom obtaining or renewing the Nigerian passport had become a nightmare; for his bold, extensive and exceptional reforms tackling the perennial passport booklet debacle at the Nigeria Immigration Service, in less than five weeks into his assumption of office, a stride which earned him the sobriquet “Minister Talk And Do”, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo is Public Servant of the Year 2023.

In tandem with these accomplishments, Tunji-Ojo’s engagement with agencies, stakeholders, and international partners underscores his commitment to tackling illegal migration and organized crime, ensuring a safer and more secure nation. As the year draws to a close, Tunji-Ojo’s tenure as Minister of Interior stands as a testament to his unwavering dedication and transformative leadership. His accomplishments in a relatively short span resonate as a prelude to greater strides in the coming year. With his sterling performances thus far, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo is poised to elevate the Ministry of Interior to greater heights, fortifying the nation’s security and amplifying its role in shaping a brighter future for Nigeria.

•Salako is Media Consultant to the Minister of Interior

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A well deserved award

No controversy! BTO remain the best minister in Nigeria at the moment.

Congratulations sir

Congratulations are in order for the indefatigable Interior Minister🎉

No doubt.... The best minister of the year.

Hon Olubunmi Tunji Ojo, really deserve everything award because he has create history in Nigeria government even under 100 days in office

Well Deserved. Congratulations and we can't wait for more of your good work in 2024.

Una dey do award while people are hungry

The minister of interior Hon Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo is simply the best minister appointed by the President.

Truly deserved award....2024 will be an better. Thumbs up Sir

A well deserved accolades

Not best minister of the year but best of all time.

Never seen such pragmatic and result oriented individuals as Tunji Ojo

Congratulations Sir

Well deserved
Give it up to the man of the people

Just like Channels is TV station of the year

He is the only minister in Tinubu govt. Others are just seat warmers.

Very well deserved, he has put in a lot of effort in accomplishing these feat, I say a big congratulations to him.

A deserved Minister and exceptional leader.

One person, different monikers!

Well deserved appendage. The next governor of Ondo State.

Congratulations sir

Never seen man like BTO before too generous funny things about him he don't drink nor smoke
Very simple

adigun27:
Never seen man like BTO before too generous funny things about him he don't drink nor smoke
Very simple

Wetin concern smoke and drink with his achievements?